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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies issues pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses. The latest developments in distance learning are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to take online classes. These massive online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that learning technology institutions have to consider now that e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative 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 problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders desire to better perceive these intriguing new open education endeavours. Students want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This exciting new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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