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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new developments in e-learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOC courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning organizations have to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Teachers want to know how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this expanding need for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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