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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in distance learning technology have enabled people in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that distance learning organizations have to consider today because online learning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality control for these massive open online courses is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a desire to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational experiments. Everyone wants to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this expanding desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This new book also deals with the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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