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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in online learning are enabling students in every nation on earth to take classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are customarily free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations assure that the quality of these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Montserrat to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders desire to better understand these fascinating new open educational initiatives. People want to understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this demand for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This exciting new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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