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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. Massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is good? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Canada to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle poor student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these interesting new open educational experiments. Lecturers want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing demand for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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