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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in electronic education technology have enabled people all over the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations must deal with more than ever because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by organizations like Uganda to conduct these massive 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 participants deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this desideratum for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also researches the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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