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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes topics pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are several topics that blended learning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can educators handle low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a desideratum to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other participants need to better grasp these compelling new open education initiatives. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this growing need for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also researches the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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