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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent gains in elearning technology are empowering learners all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are many subjects that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Canvas Network to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more prolific there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this growing need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This amazing new book also researches the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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