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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New advancements in electronic educational technology are making it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning technology institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by organizations like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental 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 get a handle on low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Educators want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This interesting new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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