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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in distance learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning institutions have to consider in 2015 because learning technology is developing so fast. How can we guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Saudi Arabia to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental 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 participants handle poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this growing need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This interesting new book also studies the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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