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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in elearning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. These massive online courses are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning institutions are having to struggle with now that e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers guarantee that the education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like The University of Chicago to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders need to better understand these new open educational initiatives. Everybody wants to perceive how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this developing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This new book also examines the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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