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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in online education technology are enabling learners in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with today because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Antigua and Barbuda to conduct these MOOCs? 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 educators manage low motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these open education ventures. Trainers want to know how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this developing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This authoritative new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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