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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in learning technology are empowering people in nations all around the world to take online classes. MOOC courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations are dealing with now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a desire to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants want to better grasp the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. To meet this growing need for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also describes the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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