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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in distance learning technology have provided the means for people all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education organizations are struggling with more than ever because learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on poor student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp these fascinating new open education initiatives. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing desire for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource topics. This sensational new book also studies the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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