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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in elearning technology have empowered people in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. These MOOCs are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning organizations have to consider today because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other participants want to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this growing need for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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