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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in online education technology have enabled people in all parts of the world to take classes online. MOOCs are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning organizations are considering now that online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the quality of these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Korea, South to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation 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 stakeholders deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to better understand these compelling new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for details the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This thrilling new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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