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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in blended learning technology are providing the means for people all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning organizations are struggling with now that learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Australia to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions handle issues like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these open education ventures. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this expanding demand for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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