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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which deals with topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in e-learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. Massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants handle poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Academics want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this developing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This interesting new book also explores the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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