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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Brand new improvements in e-learning have enabled learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can participants ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Alfred State College of Technology - SUNY to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can organizations handle inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants want to better grasp these compelling new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this desideratum for details the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This scholarly new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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