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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes topics pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in distance learning have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning organizations are having to struggle with today because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can participants deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Academics want to perceive how massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing demand for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This amazing new book also deals with the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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