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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in online education technology are empowering people all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning organizations are having to struggle with today because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this expanding need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also describes the major controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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