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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that learning technology organizations are considering today because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation 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 learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants would like to better perceive these exciting new open educational endeavours. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. To handle this growing need for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also analyzes the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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