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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in blended learning technology are empowering students all over the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology organizations have to deal with now that online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can participants guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Brown University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to better understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of these exciting new open educational ventures. Students want to understand how massively open online courses can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this expanding desire for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also explores the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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