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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in elearning are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. These online MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we certify that the training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by institutions like New Zealand to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Corporations want to perceive how MOOC courses can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To handle this demand for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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