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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new developments in technology-enhanced learning are empowering learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations guarantee that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desire to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Researchers want to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this growing need for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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