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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which articulates subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in blended learning are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are numerous topics that online education organizations are struggling with today because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can participants guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other participants need to better understand these new open education endeavours. Teachers want to know how massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this expanding desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also deals with the controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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