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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology are enabling people in nations all aver the world to take classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with today because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation 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 teachers manage poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of these new open educational experiments. Universities want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this increasing need for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This book also investigates the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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