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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in e-learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOC courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning organizations have to deal with today because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like University of North Carolina to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment 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 educators handle issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more available there is a growing necessity to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants would like to better grasp these intriguing new open educational ventures. Professors want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing desire for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This stimulating new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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