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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues relating to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in elearning technology have made it possible for students in every nation on earth to take courses online. Massively open online courses are free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with today because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Canada to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Educators want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this desire for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also considers the key 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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