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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in elearning technology are enabling learners in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers assure that the training provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these massively open online courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this developing desideratum for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This amazing new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources