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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in e-learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants certify that the quality control for these MOOC classes is all right? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like University of Houston System to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can educators deal with the issues of poor motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a increasing desire to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Universities want to understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this expanding desideratum for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This scholarly new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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