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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with today because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Portugal to conduct these MOOCs? What 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 stakeholders handle inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational experiments. Students want to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also describes the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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