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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in online learning technology have made it possible for learners all around the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning organizations are having to consider now that online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants manage problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Intellectuals want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this developing desire for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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