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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in online learning technology are enabling learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOC courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that online education organizations have to struggle with today because blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of these MOOC courses is adequate? How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing need to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants want to better grasp these significant new open education endeavours. Scholars want to understand how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing need for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This interesting new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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