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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. MOOC classes are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is acceptable? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Canada to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Universities want to know how massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this increasing need for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This exciting new book also investigates the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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