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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches issues related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are quite a few topics that online learning technology organizations must deal with today because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations certify that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can learners be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Guyana to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a developing need to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders need to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Researchers want to know how massively open online courses can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this developing desire for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This scholarly new book also describes the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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