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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in distance learning enable people in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that distance learning organizations are considering now that elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original 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 institutions manage low motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open education undertakings. Researchers want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this developing desideratum for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

Massively Open Online Courses (moocs) Definition