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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in blended learning technology have empowered people all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning institutions have to deal with today because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators ensure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Twitter to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing demand to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants need to better perceive these promising new open education initiatives. Public servants want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To meet this growing need for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also discusses the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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