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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that deals with issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in distance learning technology are enabling people all around the world to take part in online courses. These MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations are having to deal with now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Nauru to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more abundant there is a growing demand to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Educators want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this growing need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This interesting new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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