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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in digital education technology enable students in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC classes are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions are struggling with today because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Mongolia to conduct these MOOCs? What original 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 we handle inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational undertakings. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding demand for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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