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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New advances in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive open courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning institutions are struggling with now that online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Andorra to conduct these massive open online courses? 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 educators manage poor student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of these exciting new open education undertakings. Professors want to perceive how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding need for facts the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This book also researches the key controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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