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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in distance learning make it possible for learners all over the world to take online courses. MOOC classes are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning institutions are considering more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can participants certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like University of Houston System 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 organizations handle problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a demand to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Educators want to better understand how massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this need for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also examines the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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