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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which talks about subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new evolvements in technology-enhanced learning enable humans in every nation on earth to take classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are many issues that elearning technology organizations are having to struggle with now that online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions assure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Academic Earth to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment 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 manage poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants want to better understand these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Everybody wants to better understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This exciting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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