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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in e-learning have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning organizations have to struggle with now that learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Jarvis Island to conduct these MOOC courses? What 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 teachers manage problems like low motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp these significant new open educational endeavours. People want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this increasing desire for details the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This intriguing new book also explores the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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