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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in online learning are providing the means for humans in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning organizations have to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can we guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is all right? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOC courses? 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 participants deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand these fascinating new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this need for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This book also reviews the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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