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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in electronic education technology are empowering students in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning institutions are dealing with in 2015 because online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental 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 stakeholders handle problems like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open education ventures. People want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this need for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This new book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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