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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in learning technology are providing the means for students in every nation on earth to take classes online. Massively open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology institutions have to deal with today because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions assure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Italy to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants desire to gain more knowledge about these new open educational undertakings. People want to grasp how MOOC classes can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this increasing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This authoritative new book also explores the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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