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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which articulates issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in elearning technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education institutions have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can students ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Canada to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more abundant there is a growing need to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open education undertakings. Public servants want to better understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This sensational new book also studies the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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