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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in learning technology have provided the means for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning technology institutions are dealing with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can participants assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Chile to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about these important new open education undertakings. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this developing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also examines 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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