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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in e-learning technology have provided the means for learners in every nation on earth to be participants in courses online. These MOOCs are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can organizations guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational experiments. People want to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding need for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This definitive new book also examines the controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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