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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that addresses topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in distance learning are making it possible for learners all around the world to take part in online courses. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning organizations are considering more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of these MOOC classes is respectable? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can teachers deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants want to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Educators want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this expanding need for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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