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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in e-learning are making it possible for students all around the world to take online classes. These massive online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders want to better perceive these important new open education undertakings. Teachers want to understand how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this increasing need for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This definitive new book also studies the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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