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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in elearning technology are making it possible for students all around the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are almost always free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we assure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As online learning becomes more available there is a growing need to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This interesting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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