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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that addresses issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in learning technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to take online classes. These online MOOCs are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning institutions are having to consider today because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality control for these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Lebanon to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Instructors want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education