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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in elearning have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Madagascar to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can participants manage inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing desideratum to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Teachers want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing demand for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This book also investigates the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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