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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in elearning technology have empowered students in every nation on earth to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to consider today because e-learning technology is improving so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can educators make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can educators get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants desire to better understand these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to know how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this desideratum for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This interesting new book also considers the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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