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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that talks about subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in distance learning technology have empowered people in nations all aver the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are customarily free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning institutions have to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Ohio State University to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Universities want to perceive how MOOC classes can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this crescive desire for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This thrilling new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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