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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that researches topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in technology-enhanced learning are enabling learners in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology institutions must deal with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations deal with low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This book also talks about the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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