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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which deals with subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in digital education technology have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive open courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider today because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is decent? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Cape Verde to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Everybody wants to know how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this developing need for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also articulates the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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