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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New changes in online learning are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to take online classes. These MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning technology institutions are considering now that distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can learners guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like NovoEd to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can teachers get a handle on poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants want to better perceive these interesting new open education initiatives. Educators want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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