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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) allow an unlimited number of learners in a single class. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that distance learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we certify that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like University of Colorado Boulder to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on poor motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing demand to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these significant new open educational endeavours. Intellectuals want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To handle this need for details the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This scholarly new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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