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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in online learning technology are making it possible for humans in every nation on earth to take courses online. Massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that learning technology institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Saint Helena to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a growing desire to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Everybody wants to grasp how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This book also analyzes the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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