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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new evolvements in online learning technology make it possible for learners all over the world to take classes online. These MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning organizations are dealing with in 2015 because online education technology is developing so fast. MOOCs support interactions between students and professors with user forums and other forms of online communities. How can we assure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Sweden to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Everyone wants to understand how MOOCs can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this need for details the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This book also reviews the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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