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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in elearning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider now that distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders assure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Eritrea to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental 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 we get a handle on low student motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants want to understand the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Professors want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this desideratum for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also articulates the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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