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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in digital education technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These massive open courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to attend to in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Canada to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these exciting new open education endeavours. Researchers want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this increasing desire for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This scholarly new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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