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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores issues relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in e-learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in courses online. MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that learning technology organizations are having to deal with today because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Canada to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more procurable there is a need to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open education initiatives. Instructors want to know how these MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this developing desire for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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