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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in digital education technology are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we guarantee that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOC 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 deal with the issues of low motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Universities want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this need for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This new book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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