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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in electronic education technology make it possible for humans all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that blended learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Ohio State University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing demand to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these open education endeavours. Academics want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To satisfy this expanding desire for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This interesting new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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