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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with subjects related to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Brand new developments in blended learning technology have enabled people all over the world to be participants in courses online. These online MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality control for these MOOC courses is adequate? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Eliademy to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This scholarly new book also examines the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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