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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines issues relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Brand new advances in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders guarantee that the education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Christmas Island to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can educators deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a desire to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and many other participants desire to understand these intriguing new open education ventures. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this growing desire for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also researches the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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