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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in learning technology have empowered learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are mostly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning institutions are dealing with now that elearning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is good? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Canvas Network to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this desire for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This scholarly new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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