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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in technology-enhanced learning are enabling learners in every nation on earth to be participants in online courses. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can we be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with low student motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Students want to understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To satisfy this growing desire for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education subjects. This new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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