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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern gains in distance learning technology have empowered people in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning institutions are having to attend to now that online education technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can stakeholders be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like UC Irvine to conduct these MOOC classes? What original 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 organizations handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants need to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open educational ventures. Scientists want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this desideratum for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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