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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in elearning technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to take online classes. These online MOOC courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators ensure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Jarvis Island to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment 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 we handle inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Researchers want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desideratum for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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