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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses issues relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in distance learning technology are enabling learners all around the world to take part in classes online. These massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology organizations must deal with today because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of low motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants desire to better perceive these intriguing new open education initiatives. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive need for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also considers the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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