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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in elearning technology are enabling humans in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning organizations are having to attend to now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more prolific there is a developing demand to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants would like to better understand these important new open educational endeavours. Scholars want to know how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this crescive need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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