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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that considers topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in elearning have made it possible for people in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. These massive open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning organizations have to consider today because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like University of Washington to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage problems like low 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 online learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these new open educational experiments. Students want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this demand for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This book also analyzes the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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