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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in elearning are empowering humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOCs are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology institutions are considering in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Australia to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation 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 institutions get a handle on poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more procurable there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Corporations want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing demand for details the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This definitive new book also examines the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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