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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which talks about subjects regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in distance learning technology are providing the means for students in every nation on earth to be participants in online courses. These online MOOC courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning institutions are having to consider today because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is tolerable? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What original 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 educators manage problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a demand to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Academics want to know how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this demand for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This book also deals with the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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