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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in blended learning technology are empowering humans in nations all around the world to take courses online. These massive open online courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can organizations certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Northwestern University to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can teachers handle poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to comprehend how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these compelling new open education undertakings. Instructors want to understand how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this growing desire for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This book also explores the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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