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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New advances in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning organizations are struggling with now that e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is respectable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to understand how massive open online courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Instructors want to know how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding need for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also articulates the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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