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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which investigates topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning are empowering people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because online education technology is developing so fast. How can educators assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Canada to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders need to better grasp these important new open education undertakings. People want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desideratum for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This gripping new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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