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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest advances in online education technology make it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOC courses are customarily free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology institutions have to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can students make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like MenaVersity to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants would like to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. People want to know how massive open online courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To satisfy this expanding need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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