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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in blended learning are empowering learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. Massive open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment 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 the problems of low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a developing need to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open educational ventures. Academics want to perceive how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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