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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in distance learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC classes are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online education organizations have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations certify that the education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can learners guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Saint Pierre and Miquelon to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders would like to better understand these interesting new open educational ventures. Researchers want to grasp how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this crescive need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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