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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern changes in elearning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOC courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to consider today because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we make sure that the training provided by these MOOCs is decent? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like UC San Diego to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these new open educational ventures. Trainers want to better understand how massive open online courses can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this increasing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This scholarly new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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