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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in online education technology make it possible for learners all over the world to take online courses. These online MOOCs are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning organizations are considering today because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is all right? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like NovoEd to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Students want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education resource subjects. This new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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