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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in distance learning are empowering people in all parts of the world to take online classes. These online MOOCs are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education organizations have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Emory University to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation 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 educators handle inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp these promising new open educational experiments. Students want to better understand how MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this growing desire for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources