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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates topics pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in blended learning technology are empowering humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These massive online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Renton Technical College to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations deal with low motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Instructors want to grasp how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This thrilling new book also deals with the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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