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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that discusses subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in online learning technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These massive open courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are many subjects that distance learning institutions have to consider now that online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Jordan to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants desire to better perceive these exciting new open educational ventures. Universities want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this growing need for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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