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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in e-learning make it possible for people all over the world to take classes online. These online MOOC courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with now that elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to grasp how these MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this developing demand for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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