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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in electronic educational technology make it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that learning technology institutions have to consider now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can we be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can educators handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. People want to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this developing desideratum for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This intriguing new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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