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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These massive online courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because learning technology is improving so swiftly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can institutions certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can organizations certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Reddit to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Universities want to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this crescive demand for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also addresses the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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