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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in electronic educational technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC courses are ordinarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions ensure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Clemson University to conduct these MOOC courses? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing need for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This new book also describes the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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