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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in online learning technology make it possible for students all over the world to participate in online courses. Massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning organizations have to deal with today because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we guarantee that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like The Ohio State University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original 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 educators deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a need to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open education undertakings. Researchers want to perceive how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing need for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also researches the controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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