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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which investigates topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest changes in electronic educational technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These massively open online courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that distance learning institutions are struggling with in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants want to better perceive these interesting new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to perceive how these MOOCs can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To satisfy this developing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This new book also explores the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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