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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in online learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. MOOC classes are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions must deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desideratum to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants want to better perceive these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to perceive how MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this developing desire for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also considers the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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