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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates issues relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in online learning are making it possible for learners all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that distance learning institutions are struggling with today because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is good? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can participants handle problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders need to understand these fascinating new open education initiatives. People want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This intriguing new book also discusses the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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