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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which addresses issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners all over the world to take online courses. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Uruguay to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation 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 participants handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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