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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in blended learning have enabled people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. Massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning organizations are considering now that online learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants certify that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Turks and Caicos Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What 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 we deal with the problems of low motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive these open education initiatives. Lecturers want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for information the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This authoritative new book also investigates the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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