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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which studies topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New evolvements in online education technology have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology institutions are having to consider in 2015 because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality of these MOOC classes is good? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a demand to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Educators want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This exciting new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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