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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in technology-enhanced learning have empowered humans in nations all around the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These massive open courses are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning technology institutions have to struggle with today because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers be assured that the quality control for these massively open online courses is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Germany to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these important new open education experiments. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. People want to perceive how massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this expanding desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also explores the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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