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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in online learning are providing the means for humans all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that blended learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Pridnestrovie (Transnistria) to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can we deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants need to understand these important new open education initiatives. Universities want to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this increasing desideratum for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This book also studies the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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