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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses topics related to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in online learning technology enable learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These massively open online courses are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning institutions are having to attend to now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders need to understand these open education endeavours. Corporations want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this developing need for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This scholarly new book also examines the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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