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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes issues pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in learning technology make it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online education organizations have to struggle with today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this increasing need for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also deals with the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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