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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in elearning technology are making it possible for humans all around the world to take online classes. These online MOOCs are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education organizations are having to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is good? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can stakeholders handle issues like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. People want to better understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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