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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in blended learning technology are empowering people in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions are considering today because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality of these MOOC courses is decent? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and 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 problems like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more procurable there is a developing necessity to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these open educational ventures. Students want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this growing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This book also talks about the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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