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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that distance learning institutions are having to consider now that e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Canada to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants manage low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desideratum to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Public servants want to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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