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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in digital education technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning technology institutions must deal with today because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants ensure that the education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Brazil to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle poor student motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants want to understand these important new open education undertakings. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To handle this need for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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