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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews topics relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses. New improvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology institutions must deal with today because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can we be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Kirkwood Community College to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations deal with inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Universities want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this expanding desire for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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