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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are empowering humans all around the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online education institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions certify that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Ashmore and Cartier Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and 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 problems of inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Universities want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this developing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This gripping new book also deals with the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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