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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in distance learning technology make it possible for learners all around the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that distance learning institutions are dealing with now that e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can organizations assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Canada to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing demand for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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