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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in online education technology have enabled people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. These massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning institutions have to consider more than ever because learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the quality of these MOOC classes is decent? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these open education undertakings. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this expanding desideratum for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This new book also explores the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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