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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new developments in online learning technology have empowered learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning organizations are dealing with now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can institutions ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What 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 optimal? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this expanding demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This book also explores the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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