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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning are empowering students in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning institutions must deal with today because e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants be assured that the education provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can participants guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to grasp how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this developing demand for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This scholarly new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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