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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in blended learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning organizations have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is good? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Davidson College to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment 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 handle problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these interesting new open education ventures. Corporations want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desideratum for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This interesting new book also talks about the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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