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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers topics relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning technology institutions are having to struggle with now that elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can we ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What business strategies are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage issues like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Researchers want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this desire for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource issues. This book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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