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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes issues having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in digital education technology are enabling learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology organizations have to struggle with today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can participants assure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital education technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to be more aware of these interesting new open education initiatives. Corporations want to know how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this developing demand for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This scholarly new book also researches the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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