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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education institutions must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Mozambique to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open education undertakings. Universities want to grasp how MOOC courses can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this need for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This scholarly new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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