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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores issues relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in learning technology are enabling learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with now that online education technology is developing so rapidly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can stakeholders handle issues like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Students want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this desire for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also deals with the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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