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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in distance learning are empowering students in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Guinea to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental 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 handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other participants need to understand these exciting new open educational experiments. Corporations want to grasp how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desire for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This gripping new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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