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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in learning technology are making it possible for students all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massively open online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning institutions have to struggle with today because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the quality of these MOOC courses is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Saint Helena to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational initiatives. People want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this crescive demand for details the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This intriguing new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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