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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in distance learning are enabling learners in every nation on earth to take classes online. These MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that distance learning institutions have to consider today because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Canada to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to know how MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this developing desire for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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