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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New gains in online learning make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the training provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can we be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? 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 organizations deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to comprehend how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants desire to understand these open educational initiatives. People want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing desire for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also considers the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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