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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in e-learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to attend to now that elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more available there is a demand to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other participants desire to understand these important new open education undertakings. Scientists want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To satisfy this developing need for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also studies the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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