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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Brand new improvements in e-learning technology are empowering students all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is passable? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions manage issues like poor motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. Everybody wants to understand how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this developing demand for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also describes the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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