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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New changes in online learning technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning technology institutions have to deal with now that e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers certify that the education provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Mauritania to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment 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 organizations manage problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants need to better comprehend these compelling new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also studies the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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