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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in elearning have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. These massive online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Harvard University to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and 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 teachers handle issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about these open educational initiatives. Professors want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This sensational new book also describes the controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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