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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that addresses topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in blended learning have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. Massively open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning organizations are having to deal with now that blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions assure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can students assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like WizIQ to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more procurable there is a expanding desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp the outcomes of these open education endeavours. Scientists want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To satisfy this developing desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education topics. This interesting new book also explores the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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