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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in distance learning are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning organizations are having to struggle with now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like low motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open educational endeavours. Everybody wants to perceive how MOOCs can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this expanding demand for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This intriguing new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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