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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates subjects having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New developments in blended learning technology have made it possible for people in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that elearning technology institutions have to consider today because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality control for these MOOCs is acceptable? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Palmyra Atoll to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like inadequate motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants need to understand the outcomes of these significant new open education endeavours. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Scientists want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this crescive need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education