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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New developments in distance learning have made it possible for learners all around the world to take part in online classes. These massive open courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants certify that the training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more available there is a developing desire to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants need to understand these important new open educational undertakings. Universities want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this growing desire for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also studies the controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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