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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern evolvements in online learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOC courses are ordinarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with today because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers be assured that the quality control for these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more commonplace there is a desire to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Students want to perceive how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this growing desideratum for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This scholarly new book also articulates the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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