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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in blended learning technology have provided the means for students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental 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 institutions deal with the issues of poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more abundant there is a increasing desideratum to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational endeavours. Educators want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this growing need for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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