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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in elearning have provided the means for people all around the world to be participants in courses online. These online MOOC courses are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can educators handle problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these new open educational ventures. People want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this developing need for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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