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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in technology-enhanced learning enable people in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning institutions are dealing with now that distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like University of Houston System to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants desire to better perceive these promising new open educational endeavours. Trainers want to understand how massively open online courses can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To satisfy this growing desideratum for details the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This gripping new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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