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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in distance learning technology have empowered learners all over the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOCs are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that blended learning organizations have to struggle with today because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Peru to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions handle poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more prolific there is a developing desideratum to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational undertakings. Students want to know how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this crescive desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This book also articulates the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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