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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies topics pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in distance learning have provided the means for students all around the world to take part in online classes. These massive online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology institutions have to consider now that blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the quality control for these MOOCs is passable? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like United Kingdom to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can teachers handle inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these intriguing new open education initiatives. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this expanding demand for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also studies the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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