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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New developments in elearning technology are empowering humans in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of these MOOC courses is passable? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like United Kingdom to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions handle poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As learning technology becomes more prolific there is a demand to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This interesting new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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