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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New changes in distance learning technology have provided the means for people in every nation on earth to take classes online. These MOOC classes are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions are struggling with now that distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Canada to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we get a handle on low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a desire to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open education ventures. Everyone wants to comprehend how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this expanding demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also addresses the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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