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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in blended learning are making it possible for humans all around the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning institutions have to consider now that blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants assure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Utah Valley University to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions deal with low motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this developing desire for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This book also researches the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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