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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New evolvements in electronic education technology make it possible for humans all over the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning organizations are having to deal with today because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality control for these MOOC courses is passable? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Eliademy to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can educators deal with low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a developing desire to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders want to understand these compelling new open education undertakings. Students want to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this demand for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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