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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in blended learning technology have enabled humans in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. These online MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants want to understand the outcomes of these new open educational endeavours. Universities want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this expanding desire for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This dramatic new book also studies the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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