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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in distance learning enable humans in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants certify that the quality control for these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Canada to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Everybody wants to grasp how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this increasing demand for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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