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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in digital education technology are empowering people all over the world to be participants in classes online. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning organizations are struggling with today because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators be assured that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Canada to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open education undertakings. Professors want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this increasing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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