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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in learning technology enable students in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology organizations are struggling with now that elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is good? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more prolific there is a developing demand to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants need to better perceive these compelling new open educational ventures. Academics want to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this desire for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also researches the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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