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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in online learning are providing the means for students all over the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants assure that the quality of these MOOCs is adequate? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to grasp how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to better grasp these new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this growing desire for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also considers the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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