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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in learning technology are making it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning institutions are having to attend to today because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What 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 institutions get a handle on poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants would like to better comprehend these compelling new open education endeavours. Students want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing need for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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