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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that deals with issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advances in electronic educational technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions assure that the quality control for these MOOCs is adequate? How can students guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental 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 educators manage issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders need to be more aware of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Educators want to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this increasing desire for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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