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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in learning technology have made it possible for people all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning institutions are having to deal with now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to perceive how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this demand for details the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This gripping new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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