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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in blended learning are enabling people all over the world to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online education institutions are having to deal with more than ever because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these massive open online courses? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can educators handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants need to understand these exciting new open education ventures. Public servants want to grasp how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this crescive need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also deals with the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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