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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in e-learning are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not consistently 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 topics that online learning technology institutions are having to consider today because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the schooling provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can institutions make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Educators want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this desire for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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