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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes topics having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advances in distance learning have provided the means for learners all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning organizations have to consider now that online learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these significant new open education ventures. Students want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This authoritative new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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