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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in electronic educational technology have made it possible for people all over the world to take courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with now that blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants assure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like University of Central Florida to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental 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 stakeholders manage low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants want to better understand these promising new open educational initiatives. People want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This exciting new book also studies the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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