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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates topics relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in digital education technology have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online learning organizations are having to consider in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like New Caledonia to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more available there is a expanding need to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other participants desire to be more aware of these important new open educational undertakings. Public servants want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this desideratum for data the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also studies the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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