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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in learning technology have empowered people all over the world to take part in online courses. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that blended learning organizations are having to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators guarantee that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these MOOCs? 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 stakeholders get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more procurable there is a necessity to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational experiments. Lecturers want to perceive how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this developing need for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This new book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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