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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New advancements in e-learning have provided the means for humans all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can we get a handle on low learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to grasp how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this growing desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also explores the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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