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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates subjects relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in distance learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with in 2015 because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like CaltechX to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can participants manage issues like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a demand to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these significant new open educational initiatives. Students want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this developing demand for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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