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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in technology-enhanced learning have empowered students in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that distance learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Canada to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders would like to understand these open educational experiments. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this increasing desire for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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