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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in elearning technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in online courses. These massive open courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education institutions are struggling with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like California Institute of Technology to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. Scientists want to grasp how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This book also addresses the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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