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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have enabled students in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning organizations have to deal with today because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can students ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like One Month to conduct these massively 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 we handle poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Instructors want to better understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing desideratum for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also investigates the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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