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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new developments in learning technology have enabled people all around the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning organizations have to consider now that online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders desire to better perceive these interesting new open educational initiatives. People want to perceive how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing demand for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This book also addresses the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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