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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in elearning technology are empowering humans in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning organizations must deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like France to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? 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 inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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