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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New advancements in elearning make it possible for humans all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that blended learning organizations are having to consider now that learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Canvas Network to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders desire to understand these fascinating new open education undertakings. Everyone wants to comprehend how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this growing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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