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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for humans all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are many topics that e-learning technology institutions have to consider today because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is adequate? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Antigua and Barbuda to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative 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 participants manage problems like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a need to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of these significant new open educational ventures. Professors want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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