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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning institutions have to deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants handle issues like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. Professors want to perceive how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding desideratum for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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