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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that addresses subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to be participants in classes online. Massive open online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning organizations must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we certify that the quality control for these massive open online courses is respectable? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can participants manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to understand these intriguing new open education initiatives. Educators want to grasp how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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