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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in distance learning technology are empowering students in every nation on earth to take part in online classes. These MOOCs are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to consider today because learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is decent? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these fascinating new open education endeavours. Educators want to comprehend how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also describes the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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