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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in learning technology enable people in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is adequate? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Corporations want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this demand for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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