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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in e-learning technology have made it possible for students all over the world to participate in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOCs are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning organizations are struggling with today because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is decent? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these promising new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to perceive how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this crescive desideratum for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This sensational new book also talks about the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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