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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New changes in distance learning are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning institutions have to consider more than ever because learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these MOOCs? 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 inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Students want to perceive how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding demand for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also researches the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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