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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern developments in online learning have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take online courses. These MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online education organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Czech Republic to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants would like to better grasp these new open education initiatives. Instructors want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive need for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This scholarly new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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