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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores subjects pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in blended learning technology are empowering people all over the world to take courses online. These massive online courses are customarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants want to better grasp these promising new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to better understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this crescive need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also examines the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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