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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering people in all parts of the world to take online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology institutions have to consider today because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations guarantee that the quality control for these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Saint Pierre and Miquelon to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation 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 manage inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders want to better comprehend these fascinating new open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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