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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in distance learning technology are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massively open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online learning technology institutions have to consider now that online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can educators manage problems like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a developing desideratum to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders need to better comprehend these interesting new open education initiatives. People want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this developing desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also studies the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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