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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for students all around the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOCs are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online learning organizations are struggling with now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Brown University to conduct these MOOC courses? What 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 organizations get a handle on inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding necessity to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders want to better grasp these compelling new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this developing desideratum for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This definitive new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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