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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates issues relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. These massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning institutions have to struggle with now that online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the education provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Mali to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental 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 participants handle problems like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a developing demand to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. People want to understand how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this growing demand for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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