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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new developments in online learning technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These massive open online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with now that distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with poor student motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desire to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to know how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this crescive desire for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This definitive new book also describes the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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