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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in electronic educational technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with now that distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Canada to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more abundant there is a need to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these open education ventures. Trainers want to understand how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this desideratum for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This definitive new book also talks about the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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