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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in online courses. These massive open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning institutions are having to consider today because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Australia to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of low motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other participants want to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to understand how MOOC classes can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this crescive desideratum for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This sensational new book also considers the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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