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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in online education technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are several subjects that online learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Canvas Network to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of low motivation and high learner attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Scientists want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this increasing need for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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