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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning are providing the means for students all around the world to take part in classes online. Massive open online courses (MOOCs) and similar experiments with open education are allowing millions of self-directed online learners around the globe to learn from well-known professors. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants would like to be more aware of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Lecturers want to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this expanding demand for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This exciting new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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