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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in learning technology make it possible for people all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions guarantee that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desideratum for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This amazing new book also analyzes the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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