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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning institutions have to struggle with now that e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Poland to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can stakeholders manage poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants would like to understand these open educational endeavours. People want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this desire for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This book also examines the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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