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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which deals with topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in distance learning technology have enabled people in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. These massive open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that distance learning organizations are struggling with today because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions assure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative 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 educators handle inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing need to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders want to better grasp these intriguing new open education endeavours. Scholars want to comprehend how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this growing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also studies the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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