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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology are empowering students in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massively open online courses are almost always free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology institutions have to struggle with today because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can students make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a developing desideratum to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Academics want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this developing need for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This sensational new book also explores the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources