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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that addresses issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in e-learning technology have enabled people in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Wesleyan University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can participants manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desideratum to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants want to be more aware of these interesting new open education undertakings. Educators want to understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This dramatic new book also discusses the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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