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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in learning technology enable people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the quality of these massively open online courses is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants need to better perceive these intriguing new open education experiments. Scientists want to better understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this expanding desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also addresses the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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