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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in online learning technology make it possible for learners all over the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with in 2015 because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Bellevue University to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative 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 participants handle poor student motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more procurable there is a increasing desire to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. Public servants want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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