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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies subjects relating to open education resources and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in e-learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning technology institutions have to struggle with now that online education technology is developing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like McHenry County College to conduct these massive open online courses? What original 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 organizations manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders need to understand these interesting new open education endeavours. Professors want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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