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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in digital education technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that blended learning institutions are considering in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality control for these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Canada to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. Instructors want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this crescive demand for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also researches the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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