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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that deals with topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in online learning have empowered students in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology institutions are having to deal with today because online education technology is improving so quickly. How can educators certify that the education provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can participants guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Svalbard to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desideratum to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other participants desire to be more aware of these important new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to know how these massive open online courses can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this developing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This intriguing new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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