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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that reviews subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest advances in digital education technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants certify that the education provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desideratum to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open education initiatives. Scholars want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also describes the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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