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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in electronic education technology have made it possible for students all around the world to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Canada to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle low motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this growing need for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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