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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in e-learning have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are several subjects that distance learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can we certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Madagascar to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can we manage problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other participants would like to better perceive these open education endeavours. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this desire for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource issues. This dramatic new book also researches the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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