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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. These MOOC classes are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Chile to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle poor motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to grasp how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this expanding desideratum for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This definitive new book also explores the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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