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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in blended learning technology are providing the means for students in every nation on earth to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online education institutions are having to consider more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so fast. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Qatar to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders need to better understand these promising new open education initiatives. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Students want to perceive how MOOC courses can be improved. To handle this developing need for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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