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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in elearning are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education organizations are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants would like to understand these exciting new open educational ventures. People want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this demand for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also investigates the controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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