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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in elearning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can we make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can teachers handle issues like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these important new open education undertakings. Students want to grasp how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive need for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also examines the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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