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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in e-learning technology make it possible for people all over the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC classes are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Queen Maud Land to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can we deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational endeavours. Intellectuals want to know how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This definitive new book also explores 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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