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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in elearning technology have empowered learners all around the world to take part in courses online. Massive open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that learning technology institutions must deal with today because online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like UC San Diego to conduct these MOOCs? What 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 manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a developing demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants need to be more aware of these exciting new open education undertakings. People want to perceive how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this desideratum for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This interesting new book also analyzes the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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