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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology have empowered learners all over the world to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that e-learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers guarantee that the education provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can students ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Houston System to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle issues like poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desideratum to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to perceive how massive open online courses can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this developing demand for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This gripping new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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