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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in learning technology have provided the means for humans all around the world to take online classes. Massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that learning technology institutions are considering today because blended learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Pitcairn Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a developing need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these open education ventures. Intellectuals want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To satisfy this crescive desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This stimulating new book also discusses the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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