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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in blended learning technology enable people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOCs are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Facebook to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can we handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants need to better understand these significant new open education endeavours. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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