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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates topics relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in online learning are empowering learners in all parts of the world to take classes online. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These MOOC classes are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online education organizations are having to consider today because learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Christmas Island to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with low motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this desideratum for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also analyzes the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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