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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in distance learning are making it possible for people all around the world to take part in courses online. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online education institutions have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the education provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like MenaVersity to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations deal with the issues of low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding demand to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to comprehend how massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this increasing desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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