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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people all around the world to participate in classes online. These massive open courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality control for these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like One Month to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can teachers handle poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Students want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding demand for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This sensational new book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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