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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in online learning technology are empowering humans all around the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Canada to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a growing need to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and many other participants need to better perceive these new open education ventures. Public servants want to know how massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also researches the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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