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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest developments in online education technology are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. These massive online courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning institutions have to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like OpenLearning to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these promising new open education ventures. Instructors 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 growing need for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This scholarly new book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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