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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new advancements in blended learning technology are making it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. These massive open online courses are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions are having to struggle with now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders guarantee that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like University of New Mexico to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and 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 participants deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants would like to better perceive the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this developing demand for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also studies the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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