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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which considers issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in online learning technology have provided the means for learners all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can stakeholders guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like low motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a developing desire to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants would like to understand these promising new open educational undertakings. Universities want to know how massive open online courses can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this increasing need for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This sensational new book also researches the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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