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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in online courses. MOOCs are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders want to better grasp these important new open education initiatives. Scientists want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing desire for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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