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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advancements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people all around the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are many topics that e-learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Canada to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators handle problems like low motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders need to better perceive these fascinating new open educational ventures. Students want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this demand for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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