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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews subjects relating to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Canada to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle poor motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants need to understand the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Public servants want to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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