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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that articulates topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in online learning technology have made it possible for students in every nation on earth to take classes online. These online MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning institutions are having to struggle with now that distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Jamaica to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can teachers handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Educators want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing desire for facts the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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