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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in electronic education technology make it possible for people all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that blended learning organizations are having to deal with now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding desideratum to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing desire for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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