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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in blended learning technology have provided the means for humans all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning organizations must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like El Salvador to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations deal with low student motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants desire to better understand these open education initiatives. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing need for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This amazing new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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