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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in online education make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that blended learning institutions have to consider today because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the training provided by these MOOC courses is good? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Isle of Man to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can stakeholders get a handle on low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Public servants want to understand how massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this demand for details the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource issues. This stimulating new book also considers the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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