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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent gains in e-learning technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Wisconsin – Madison to conduct these massive open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions manage problems like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open education endeavours. Teachers want to grasp how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also reviews the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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