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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology organizations are struggling with now that distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing demand to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Students want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing demand for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also discusses 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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