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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have enabled learners all over the world to take classes online. These MOOCs are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning institutions have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a necessity to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants need to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open education ventures. Professors want to understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this expanding demand for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also considers the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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