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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates subjects having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in online education technology enable humans all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the education provided by these MOOC courses is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Italy to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental 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 manage inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more procurable there is a demand to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders want to better grasp these new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this desire for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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