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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in distance learning technology are enabling students all over the world to take part in online classes. MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with today because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these open educational ventures. Researchers want to perceive how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this increasing desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This book also investigates the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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