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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in digital education technology are making it possible for people all over the world to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can we make sure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can we ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Canada to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive desire for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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