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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses. Modern advances in online learning technology have made it possible for humans all over the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology institutions are having to attend to today because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Canada to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the issues of low motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders need to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Educators want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this crescive desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This gripping new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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