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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in online learning make it possible for people in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These massive open online courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology institutions have to deal with today because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding necessity to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other participants would like to better perceive the outcomes of these significant new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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