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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in e-learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. These MOOCs are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online education organizations are considering now that online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we assure that the training provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Midway Islands to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing necessity to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Scholars want to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this need for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This book also discusses the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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