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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in electronic educational technology have empowered students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Korea, South to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can we manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants would like to better comprehend these new open educational endeavours. Universities want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this growing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This amazing new book also addresses the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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