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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that talks about subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in learning technology enable humans in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are considering now that learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is good? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Canada to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this growing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This amazing new book also examines the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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