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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern changes in technology-enhanced learning enable learners in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning organizations are having to attend to now that learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Guam to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative 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 we get a handle on low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a desire to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Teachers want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this crescive demand for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This authoritative new book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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