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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in online education make it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that online learning technology organizations are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions ensure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Canada to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these significant new open educational initiatives. Professors want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this growing need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This new book also addresses the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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