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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning organizations are considering now that e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like NovoEd to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment 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 stakeholders deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders need to better understand these new open educational undertakings. Professors want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this desire for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This exciting new book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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