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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in electronic education technology have provided the means for learners all over the world to take courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Miriada X to conduct these MOOC classes? 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 institutions deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a need to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Academics want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this expanding demand for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also reviews the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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