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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in elearning are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take classes online. Massive open online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology organizations are having to deal with now that online education technology is improving so fast. How can we certify that the education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this increasing desideratum for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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