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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in blended learning technology are enabling people in nations all around the world to take classes online. These MOOCs are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider in 2015 because online education technology is improving so fast. How can participants guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is all right? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can teachers handle issues like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. Trainers want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this developing desire for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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