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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses. Modern advances in distance learning technology enable students all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can we be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Cambodia to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations deal with poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a demand to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Researchers want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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