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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These massive online courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators guarantee that the training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can we guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these new open education undertakings. Public servants want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing desire for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This thrilling new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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