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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in distance learning are enabling students in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning organizations are dealing with now that distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this increasing demand for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also considers the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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