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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in blended learning technology have provided the means for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that blended learning organizations must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders make sure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Cape Verde to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the issues of low student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open education undertakings. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Intellectuals want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This interesting new book also investigates the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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