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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in elearning technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. These massive online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education institutions must deal with today because learning technology is advancing so quickly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can participants guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Colombia to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders desire to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Public servants want to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This interesting new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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