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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in online learning are empowering students in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that blended learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is good? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and 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 organizations handle poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a necessity to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this need for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also considers the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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