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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New changes in online learning technology enable humans all over the world to take courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning institutions are having to attend to today because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can we ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like The Pennsylvania State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative 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 institutions handle poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Students want to comprehend how MOOCs can be improved. To handle this developing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This stimulating new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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