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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which addresses subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new improvements in e-learning technology make it possible for students all around the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOCs are generally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that blended learning institutions are having to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the quality of these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like WizIQ to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these promising new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to better 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 developing need for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This thrilling new book also explores the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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