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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses. Modern changes in elearning technology enable learners in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the education provided by these MOOC classes is decent? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Japan to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Students want to perceive how these MOOCs can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this crescive demand for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This scholarly new book also analyzes the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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