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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in electronic educational technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to take courses online. These massive online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning institutions are struggling with today because learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators be assured that the quality of these massive open online courses is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and lots of other participants want to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open education ventures. Professors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this growing desire for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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