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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in online learning technology are making it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take classes online. MOOCs are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Sweden to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing demand to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this developing desire for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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