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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new evolvements in distance learning technology enable humans in every nation on earth to take classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that distance learning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like American Samoa to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions handle issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing necessity to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of these new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to know how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this need for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also studies the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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