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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for humans all over the world to participate in courses online. This MOOCs book also describes the benefits of technology integration in k-12 and higher education. Massively open online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that e-learning technology institutions have to consider now that online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants certify that the quality of these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Udemy to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants want to be more aware of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Students want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this expanding demand for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also talks about the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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