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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in e-learning are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take classes online. MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because online education technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more available there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to better understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding need for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also reviews the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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