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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in digital education technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to take online courses. These online MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are a variety of subjects that elearning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more available there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to perceive how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This definitive new book also researches the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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