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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Brand new evolvements in online learning technology are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. Massively open online courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like The Bahamas to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding necessity to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this developing desire for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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