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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New advancements in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These massive open online courses are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Guinea-Bissau 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 institutions handle issues like low motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desire to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders desire to understand these significant new open educational ventures. Educators want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this growing need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This authoritative new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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