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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning make it possible for humans all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with today because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Bolivia to conduct these massive open online courses? What original 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 educators manage issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to know how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this expanding demand for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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