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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in elearning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take courses online. These online MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning organizations have to consider today because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is passable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Laos to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can we manage problems like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more procurable there is a desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Professors want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This interesting new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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