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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in distance learning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. Massively open online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to attend to now that blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators assure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a need to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this increasing need for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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