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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in elearning have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology organizations are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Canvas Network to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education undertakings. Everyone wants to perceive how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This gripping new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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