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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in online learning technology enable people in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. MOOC courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning institutions have to struggle with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What strategies are being used by institutions like Italy to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other participants need to better understand these fascinating new open education endeavours. People want to better understand how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this developing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This book also articulates the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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