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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New evolvements in distance learning are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take online courses. These MOOC courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many topics that elearning organizations must deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of these promising new open educational endeavours. Corporations want to perceive how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this need for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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