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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in blended learning technology have enabled learners all over the world to take online courses. These online MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that elearning organizations are having to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can participants ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like United States to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants manage inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more available there is a desire to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants need to understand these open educational initiatives. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this increasing demand for data the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also addresses the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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