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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that articulates subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in e-learning technology are providing the means for learners all over the world to participate in courses online. These massive open courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology institutions have to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like El Salvador to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational endeavours. Academics want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this growing need for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This sensational new book also investigates the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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