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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new developments in distance learning make it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to take online courses. These massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle problems like low motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open educational endeavours. Everyone wants to know how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing need for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This book also explores the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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