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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that addresses topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Modern advances in electronic education technology are providing the means for people all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Guinea to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Trainers want to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this growing desire for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also deals with the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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