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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take online classes. These massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning institutions are considering in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can we certify that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a developing need to better understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open educational undertakings. Universities want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this desideratum for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This thrilling new book also describes the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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