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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in blended learning technology are enabling humans in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider now that online learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants ensure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental 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 organizations get a handle on low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a desideratum to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants want to understand these new open education undertakings. Researchers want to know how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this expanding demand for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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