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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in e-learning technology have enabled humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. These massively open online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are quite a few issues that learning technology institutions are considering now that e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Khan Academy to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can participants handle inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this increasing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also describes the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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