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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning technology organizations are dealing with now that online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we assure that the training provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Australian Antarctic Territory to conduct these massive open online courses? What original 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 manage problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants need to better perceive these open educational ventures. Scientists want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desire for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This stimulating new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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