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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses issues relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in e-learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. Massively open online courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning institutions have to consider today because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation 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 manage problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more procurable there is a desideratum to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this desideratum for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education issues. This amazing new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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