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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in digital education technology have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. MOOCs are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with today because blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the education provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like California Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can stakeholders handle inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be improved. To handle this developing demand for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This interesting new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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