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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern changes in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for learners all around the world to take part in online classes. These massive online courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to struggle with now that blended learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can participants guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this developing desideratum for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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