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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in e-learning are enabling people in nations all aver the world to take online classes. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are numerous issues that online learning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Vanderbilt University to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can educators handle problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a growing need to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Lecturers want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This stimulating new book also articulates the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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