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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in learning technology have made it possible for people all over the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOC classes are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning technology institutions are struggling with today because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is passable? How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Howland Island to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations get a handle on poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these new open educational endeavours. Instructors want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this developing need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also researches the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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