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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern changes in distance learning are empowering students in nations all around the world to take courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators assure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Tuvalu to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original 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 we handle inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Educators want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this expanding demand for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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