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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in e-learning enable learners all over the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online education organizations are dealing with in 2015 because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can educators handle poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a developing need to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This amazing new book also examines the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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