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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in digital education technology are providing the means for students in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that blended learning organizations are having to consider today because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Pridnestrovie (Transnistria) to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative 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 institutions handle poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. People want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding need for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education topics. This gripping new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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