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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in distance learning technology have enabled people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. Massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology institutions must deal with today because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Ross Dependency to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions manage low motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Scientists want to grasp how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desire for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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