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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in distance learning technology are providing the means for students all around the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning institutions must deal with today because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can we assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle low motivation and high student attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants need to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open education ventures. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding demand for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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