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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that describes subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in online learning are enabling learners all over the world to participate in online courses. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning technology organizations are having to attend to now that e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we be assured that the training provided by these MOOC classes is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like North Seattle Community College to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing desideratum to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational experiments. Everyone wants to know how these MOOC classes can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To handle this desire for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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