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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in blended learning have provided the means for people all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education organizations are considering more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Ukraine to conduct these MOOC courses? What 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 organizations manage problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this developing need for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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