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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which researches subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in distance learning are providing the means for learners all around the world to take part in classes online. Massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning institutions are considering in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can organizations ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more commonplace there is a demand to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants need to better comprehend these interesting new open education undertakings. Researchers want to understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this increasing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This thrilling new book also addresses the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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