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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in digital education technology are making it possible for people all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning organizations have to struggle with now that blended learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Yemen to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more abundant there is a growing desideratum to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants desire to better perceive the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Teachers want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desire for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also investigates the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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