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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in digital education technology are enabling people all over the world to take part in online courses. Massively open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning institutions have to consider more than ever because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can we certify that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like The University of Chicago to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other participants want to be more aware of these significant new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to perceive how massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding desire for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This new book also considers the major 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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