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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in online learning technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning organizations are having to consider today because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like American College of Education to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can educators get a handle on poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing demand to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants need to better comprehend these important new open education undertakings. Scientists want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desire for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This new book also describes the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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