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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches subjects regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in learning technology are making it possible for students all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning technology organizations are having to struggle with now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Paraguay to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning becomes more prolific there is a growing need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and many other participants desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To handle this developing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This amazing new book also investigates the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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