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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in online learning have made it possible for learners all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning organizations are considering in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators certify that the training provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Canada to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open education endeavours. Academics want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this increasing desire for data the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also explores the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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