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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which talks about subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in electronic educational technology are providing the means for humans in every nation on earth to be participants in online courses. These massive open courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can we manage issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open education undertakings. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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