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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in distance learning enable humans all around the world to participate in courses online. These massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online education institutions are having to consider now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can institutions guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants need to better comprehend these fascinating new open education endeavours. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be made better. To satisfy this increasing desire for data the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also addresses the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources