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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in distance learning have enabled people in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with today because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like The New School to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation 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 institutions handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants desire to better grasp these promising new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This thrilling new book also considers the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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