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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent improvements in online learning technology are enabling humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the training provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can participants make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Canada to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants want to understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education endeavours. People want to know how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this crescive demand for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This sensational new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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