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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores subjects regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for people all over the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massive online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can organizations be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders want to better perceive these fascinating new open education initiatives. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be improved. In response to this desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This stimulating new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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