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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern developments in distance learning technology are enabling people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations are dealing with today because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can we make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can stakeholders guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like University of California, San Diego to conduct these massively open online courses? What 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 handle problems like low motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Professors want to grasp how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This sensational new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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