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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in e-learning are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning institutions are having to struggle with now that distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can organizations guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Broward College to conduct these MOOCs? What 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 stakeholders handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants would like to better grasp these significant new open educational endeavours. Corporations want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive need for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This book also deals with the major 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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