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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new improvements in online learning make it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning institutions are dealing with today because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like University of North Carolina to conduct these MOOC classes? What 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 institutions deal with inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing necessity to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants desire to be more aware of these promising new open education initiatives. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This interesting new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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