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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in online learning technology are making it possible for humans all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning institutions are having to attend to now that blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the education provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Sweden to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of low student motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding demand to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other participants need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open educational initiatives. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be made better. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To handle this developing desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also discusses the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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