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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new changes in distance learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can we be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Howland Island to conduct these MOOC classes? 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 deal with the problems of poor motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Public servants want to know how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this growing need for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also articulates the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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