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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in online education have provided the means for students in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOCs are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers assure that the quality of these massively open online courses is respectable? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What business models are being used by institutions like Pridnestrovie (Transnistria) to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage poor motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders need to be more aware of these open education initiatives. Teachers want to better understand how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing demand for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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