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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning have enabled humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. These massively open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are several issues that blended learning institutions are dealing with today because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations make sure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Academic Earth to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment 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 educators get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding desire to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to better understand how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this developing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also researches the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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