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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advances in technology-enhanced learning are providing the means for students in every nation on earth to take classes online. These massive open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning institutions have to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we guarantee that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can we ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like California Institute of the Arts to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can we manage issues like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more available there is a demand to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants want to better grasp these open educational endeavours. Educators want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this increasing desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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