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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which reviews topics pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology are enabling students in nations all aver the world to take classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Peninsula College to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can stakeholders handle problems like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants would like to better comprehend these interesting new open educational endeavours. Students want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this increasing desideratum for details the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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