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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes subjects pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology have provided the means for learners all over the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning institutions must deal with in 2015 because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can teachers ensure that the training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Peninsula College to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to perceive how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Trainers want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this need for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also considers the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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