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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New advancements in electronic education technology are providing the means for learners in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. MOOCs are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology institutions have to deal with now that elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Canada to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more procurable there is a developing need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Researchers want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this demand for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This amazing new book also examines the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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