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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in online learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning institutions have to deal with today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like MenaVersity to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment 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 participants deal with the problems of poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Researchers want to grasp how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also investigates the key controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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