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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in blended learning technology have provided the means for people in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that learning technology institutions are having to consider now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Canada to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of low motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a necessity to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants want to understand these important new open education undertakings. Public servants want to understand how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding need for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also talks about the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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