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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in distance learning technology enable learners in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are ordinarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that elearning organizations have to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can we make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Canada to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open education endeavours. Instructors want to perceive how MOOCs can be improved. To meet this desire for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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