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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in e-learning are empowering people in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Chile to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other participants desire to better perceive these important new open education undertakings. Universities want to know how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this growing demand for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This book also examines the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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