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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new developments in online learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These MOOCs are ordinarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like California Institute of the Arts to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations deal with inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more prolific there is a growing need to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Educators want to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This inspiring new book also explores the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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