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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that researches topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in e-learning technology make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to take online courses. These MOOCs are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning technology organizations must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality control for these MOOCs is tolerable? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Duke University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations manage problems like low motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desideratum to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of these important new open educational ventures. Researchers want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this demand for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This new book also considers the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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