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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest improvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are several issues that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants ensure that the training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Canvas Network to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders need to better grasp these exciting new open education endeavours. Universities want to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding demand for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This stimulating new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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