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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in blended learning technology are empowering students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. Massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning organizations are having to struggle with in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the instruction provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about these fascinating new open education ventures. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To handle this developing desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This scholarly new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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