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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that reviews subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning have enabled students in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. These massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education institutions must deal with today because online education technology is developing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like University of Pennsylvania to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can we manage problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a increasing desideratum to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants would like to better grasp these new open educational initiatives. People want to know how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this expanding need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also considers the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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