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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses. Recent advances in online learning are empowering students all over the world to take part in courses online. These online MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Canada to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on low motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing desideratum to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding desire for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also examines the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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