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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in online learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. These massive online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning institutions have to consider now that elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we guarantee that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can students guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants would like to better comprehend these important new open education ventures. Teachers want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also examines the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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