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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which reviews topics relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to participate in courses online. These massive online courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education organizations are having to struggle with today because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to perceive how MOOC classes can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this increasing demand for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This stimulating new book also studies the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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