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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in technology-enhanced learning enable learners all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning institutions are dealing with now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can participants make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants need to understand the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Academics want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding need for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This book also explores the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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