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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in online learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning institutions have to consider more than ever because online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality control for these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Canada to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a increasing need to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants need to better comprehend these fascinating new open educational ventures. Researchers want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also talks about the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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