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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New advancements in e-learning technology have provided the means for humans all around the world to be participants in online courses. These online MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more procurable there is a increasing demand to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Professors want to perceive how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing demand for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This authoritative new book also describes the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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