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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new improvements in blended learning technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to take classes online. These MOOC courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning institutions are struggling with now that technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can we certify that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants get a handle on poor student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants would like to better grasp these interesting new open educational initiatives. Everybody wants to perceive how massively open online courses can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this increasing need for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This scholarly new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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