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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in online learning have empowered learners all around the world to take part in courses online. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning technology organizations are having to struggle with now that elearning technology is improving so fast. How can we ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC classes? 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 deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding necessity to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants need to better comprehend these important new open educational endeavours. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also researches the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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