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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in e-learning are empowering people all over the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can institutions certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders would like to better understand these compelling new open education undertakings. Everyone wants to understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this developing desire for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also considers 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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