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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology institutions have to deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What 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 handle low motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more abundant there is a expanding desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants need to be more aware of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Professors want to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this increasing desire for details the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also articulates the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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