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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in distance learning are empowering humans in nations all aver the world to take courses online. MOOCs are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning organizations are having to attend to now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is decent? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies 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 issues of inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of these interesting new open education undertakings. Academics want to perceive how massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this growing desire for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This stimulating new book also considers the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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