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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new developments in learning technology have provided the means for humans all over the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with now that elearning technology is developing so fast. How can participants make sure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Canvas Network to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp these open education initiatives. Academics want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing demand for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also talks about the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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