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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in blended learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take online courses. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like openHPI to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can stakeholders manage issues like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and many other participants need to better understand these fascinating new open education ventures. Professors want to know how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this crescive desire for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This interesting new book also examines the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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