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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores issues regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in distance learning have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. These massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions must deal with today because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the education provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can educators manage issues like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these new open education undertakings. Lecturers want to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive demand for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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