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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent developments in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning institutions have to struggle with today because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants guarantee that the training provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Rwaq to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can stakeholders deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a demand to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend these open education ventures. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Lecturers want to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also talks about the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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