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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in online education technology have empowered students in nations all aver the world to take courses online. These massive online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology institutions are struggling with now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Cyprus to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can teachers handle inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Instructors want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this crescive need for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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