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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in e-learning have made it possible for humans all over the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants assure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these significant new open education ventures. Everyone wants to comprehend how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing desideratum for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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