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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in blended learning technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to take courses online. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are many issues that e-learning technology organizations are having to struggle with today because online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Canada to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders need to understand these important new open educational initiatives. Educators want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this crescive need for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also examines the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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