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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advances in digital education technology have enabled people all over the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Canada to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle poor student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to grasp how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also explores the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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