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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which examines topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for humans in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning technology organizations have to consider today because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Tonga to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle low motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants need to better comprehend these interesting new open educational initiatives. People want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this growing desire for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This definitive new book also describes the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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