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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in online learning make it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. These MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with today because learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Saint Pierre and Miquelon to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desideratum to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Everyone wants to better understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding demand for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also explores the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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