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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern gains in learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are many topics that elearning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is developing so fast. How can educators certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants would like to be more aware of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Corporations want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this demand for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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