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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in learning technology are providing the means for students all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions have to consider today because online education technology is developing so fast. How can organizations assure that the quality of these MOOC courses is decent? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can educators handle problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this expanding demand for data the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This thrilling new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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