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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in online education are empowering people in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These massively open online courses are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that elearning technology organizations are having to attend to more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can institutions guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Curtis Institute of Music to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and many other participants would like to be more aware of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Professors want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this developing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also considers the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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