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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in electronic education technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with now that elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can students guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Sweden to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can educators handle poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these significant new open education undertakings. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desideratum for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This authoritative new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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