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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews subjects relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in blended learning are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the quality control for these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by institutions like Brown University to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle problems like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a desire to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these significant new open education initiatives. Scientists want to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To handle this developing demand for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This dramatic new book also examines the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education