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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses topics pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students in every nation on earth to take online courses. Massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are many topics that elearning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC courses is adequate? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations manage issues like low motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders desire to better understand these new open education undertakings. Academics want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this desideratum for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This exciting new book also examines the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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