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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which addresses issues regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in e-learning have provided the means for students in every nation on earth to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can we certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can participants be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Isle of Man to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage problems like poor motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to understand how massive open online courses can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this developing demand for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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