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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for students all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with now that blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can we guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Tonga to conduct these MOOC classes? 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 issues like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders need to be more aware of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to know how these massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This dramatic new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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