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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in electronic educational technology have enabled students in every nation on earth to take online courses. MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning organizations have to consider today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and 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 organizations manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open educational experiments. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also explores the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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