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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in elearning technology are enabling students all around the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOCs are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education institutions are considering today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can we assure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can institutions assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these important new open educational ventures. People want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also explores the controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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