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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates issues having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in distance learning technology have enabled students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These online MOOC courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning technology institutions are struggling with today because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the quality control for these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like CaltechX to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other participants want to better comprehend these compelling new open education experiments. Instructors 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 respond to this demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This interesting new book also studies the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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