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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern changes in elearning technology have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to take online courses. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning organizations must deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of these MOOCs is tolerable? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Rochester to conduct these massively open online courses? What 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 handle poor motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open education ventures. Everyone wants to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing desideratum for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This amazing new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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