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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in e-learning technology have enabled learners all around the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Nauru to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions manage low student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants need to better understand these fascinating new open educational ventures. People want to better understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this developing need for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also researches the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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