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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that explores subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. These online MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that e-learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants be assured that the quality control for these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like YouTube to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Scholars want to better understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this crescive desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This sensational new book also addresses the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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