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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in elearning make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massive online courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning organizations must deal with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants need to better comprehend these promising new open education ventures. People want to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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