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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in blended learning technology are empowering students in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. MOOC classes are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Otis College of Art and Design to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open education endeavours. People want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this developing need for facts the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This definitive new book also deals with the controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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