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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in online learning technology are making it possible for humans all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology organizations have to consider now that online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations guarantee that the training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these massive open online courses? What 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 educators handle issues like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing desire to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other participants need to better understand these significant new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to know how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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