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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in e-learning enable humans in nations all aver the world to take part in online courses. These MOOC courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these important new open education initiatives. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Everybody wants to understand how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this crescive desire for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This exciting new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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