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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOCs are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online learning institutions are dealing with now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can teachers deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open education endeavours. Lecturers want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this expanding desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This definitive new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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