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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in elearning enable learners in nations all aver the world to take courses online. MOOC courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are several issues that blended learning institutions are struggling with today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a demand to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these significant new open educational ventures. Students want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding desideratum for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This gripping new book also explores the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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