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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that analyzes subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in distance learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. MOOC classes are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning technology institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can students assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Guinea to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers handle low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding demand to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open education endeavours. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Instructors want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This interesting new book also researches the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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