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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New gains in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for humans in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning institutions are struggling with today because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality control for these massive open online courses is all right? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better perceive these interesting new open educational ventures. Corporations want to perceive how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this crescive need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also talks about the controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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