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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advancements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering people all over the world to take part in classes online. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. Massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can stakeholders be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Aland to conduct these massively open online courses? What 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 educators deal with the issues of poor motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders would like to better perceive these fascinating new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this developing desire for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This book also talks about the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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