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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern improvements in distance learning have made it possible for humans all over the world to take courses online. MOOCs are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the education provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these significant new open educational ventures. People want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This scholarly new book also researches the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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