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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics having to do with open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in distance learning have provided the means for humans in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. MOOC classes are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with now that blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of these MOOC courses is adequate? How can stakeholders certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and lots of other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these important new open education endeavours. People want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this developing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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