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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New improvements in learning technology are making it possible for learners in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can participants assure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more procurable there is a desire to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants would like to better grasp these exciting new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this growing desire for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also considers the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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