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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. MOOC courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology organizations have to struggle with now that e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can teachers handle problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Professors want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding desideratum for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also explores the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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