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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning organizations are considering more than ever because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? MOOCs require the instructional design and the technological capacity to process large-scale feedback and interaction in real time. What different business models are being used by institutions like MenaVersity to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on poor motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend these important new open educational undertakings. Everybody wants to grasp how these massive open online courses can be improved. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To handle this developing desire for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also addresses the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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