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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new gains in distance learning technology are providing the means for humans in all parts of the world to take classes online. These MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions are considering more than ever because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can educators be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these open education ventures. People want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this developing demand for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This amazing new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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