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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in distance learning technology are providing the means for students in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. These massive open courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several issues that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators certify that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators manage poor student motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational initiatives. People want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also studies the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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