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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in learning technology are making it possible for learners all around the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning organizations are considering now that distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can institutions guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding desideratum to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this growing desire for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also reviews the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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