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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in online learning technology enable learners in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can learners guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like New Zealand to conduct these massive open online courses? 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 participants get a handle on low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other participants want to better understand these interesting new open educational endeavours. Instructors want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also researches the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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