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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in learning technology enable learners all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. MOOCs are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning organizations are dealing with in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Uganda to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What original teaching practices and 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 stakeholders handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a increasing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open education undertakings. Teachers want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desire for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also researches the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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