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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in elearning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning institutions have to consider in 2015 because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants want to understand these promising new open education ventures. Scientists want to perceive how massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this increasing need for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This interesting new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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