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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in online learning technology are enabling humans in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can we be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Cambodia to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can participants manage poor motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a demand to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education endeavours. Everybody wants to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this expanding need for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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