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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent developments in blended learning technology make it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning institutions have to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Spain to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental 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 deal with the issues of low motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants need to better perceive these important new open educational undertakings. Students want to know how these MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this increasing demand for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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