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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies topics having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses. Modern changes in elearning technology enable people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology institutions are considering now that online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like United States 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 we deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a need to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open educational ventures. Trainers want to grasp how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also examines the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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