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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies issues regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in e-learning are making it possible for students all over the world to take classes online. These MOOCs are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Reunion to conduct these MOOC classes? 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 teachers manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. People want to know how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding desire for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This new book also studies the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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