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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in online education technology make it possible for humans all around the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC classes are almost always free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to struggle with today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators make sure that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can stakeholders deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a expanding demand to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open education experiments. Lecturers want to understand how MOOCs can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this desideratum for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This inspiring new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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