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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in distance learning have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. Massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology institutions have to consider today because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is all right? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can we get a handle on inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these significant new open educational undertakings. People want to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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