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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New changes in blended learning technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can we be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Japan to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation 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 organizations manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Researchers want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing demand for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This definitive new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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