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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in blended learning technology are empowering students in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These online MOOCs are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are a lot of topics that online learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations be assured that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like UCSF to conduct these MOOC classes? What original 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 organizations get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand these compelling new open education undertakings. Instructors want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desire for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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