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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which talks about topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern gains in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. MOOC classes are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology organizations have to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and 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 we deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants need to be more aware of these new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing need for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This sensational new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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