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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in e-learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to take courses online. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators certify that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What business strategies are being used by organizations like YouTube to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can educators manage problems like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants need to better grasp these important new open education endeavours. Academics want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this increasing demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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