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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates subjects having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advances in blended learning technology enable people in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning institutions are having to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Duke University to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative 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 stakeholders handle issues like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education becomes more procurable there is a developing need to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open education ventures. Trainers want to grasp how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this increasing desire for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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