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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that distance learning institutions have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the education provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open education ventures. People want to grasp how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this increasing demand for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also deals with the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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