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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in distance learning technology make it possible for learners all over the world to take part in online classes. These massive open courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online education institutions are having to consider today because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can we ensure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like Tuvalu to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle problems like poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing demand to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants desire to understand these interesting new open education endeavours. Educators want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this need for facts MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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