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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New gains in blended learning technology make it possible for humans all over the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOCs are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions are having to consider now that distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is good? How can participants guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open education experiments. People want to understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this need for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also considers the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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