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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern improvements in distance learning technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning institutions are having to deal with today because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Universities want to grasp how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this developing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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