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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which deals with issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in learning technology are empowering people in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can we guarantee that the quality of these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders need to better perceive these compelling new open education initiatives. Teachers want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this crescive need for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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