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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in elearning are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning technology organizations are having to consider now that distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders need to better grasp these new open educational initiatives. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this developing need for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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