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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern advances in e-learning technology are making it possible for students all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning technology institutions are dealing with now that online learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a developing necessity to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these important new open education undertakings. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This intriguing new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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