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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in blended learning technology are enabling people all around the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of Washington to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental 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 stakeholders deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Researchers want to know how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this increasing demand for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This book also explores the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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