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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent developments in technology-enhanced learning have empowered learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can we certify that the quality of these MOOC classes is decent? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Miriada X to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative 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 stakeholders manage problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders need to better comprehend these promising new open educational endeavours. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing desire for information the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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