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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in electronic educational technology are providing the means for students all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning technology institutions are considering more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we assure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Academic Earth to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can teachers deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Students want to better understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this developing demand for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This definitive new book also researches the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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