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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in blended learning have empowered learners in nations all around the world to take online classes. MOOC classes are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning organizations must deal with now that e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like One Month to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can we handle problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a developing need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants need to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open education initiatives. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desideratum for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also reviews the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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