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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners all over the world to participate in classes online. These massively open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like YouTube to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desideratum to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders want to better comprehend these interesting new open education ventures. Intellectuals want to know how these massively open online courses can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this desideratum for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This authoritative new book also describes the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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