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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New gains in blended learning technology have provided the means for students in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOCs are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology organizations are having to attend to today because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers assure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Liechtenstein to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and 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 we handle problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these significant new open educational undertakings. Universities want to better understand how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this demand for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This scholarly new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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