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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in e-learning technology enable humans all around the world to take courses online. These massive open courses are almost always free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning organizations are considering today because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more procurable there is a desideratum to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education endeavours. Academics want to understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this growing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This stimulating new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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