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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in online learning technology are providing the means for students all around the world to participate in online classes. MOOC classes are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning organizations have to deal with now that online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can we get a handle on inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This book also addresses the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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