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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in distance learning technology have empowered people in every nation on earth to take courses online. Massive open online courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can teachers assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these massively open online courses? 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 stakeholders handle problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants want to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open education ventures. People want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding need for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This amazing new book also reviews the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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