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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in elearning technology have empowered people all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education organizations are considering today because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Ecotech Institute to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can participants deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a demand to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational experiments. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this growing need for details the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This book also examines the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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