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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in blended learning are empowering people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology organizations are considering in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders ensure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these MOOCs? What original 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 institutions deal with low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants desire to better comprehend these exciting new open education initiatives. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this growing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This book also discusses the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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