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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. New gains in learning technology are making it possible for people all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These MOOC courses are ordinarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that blended learning organizations are having to consider today because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Bolivia to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants handle poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing demand to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants would like to gain more knowledge about these significant new open educational undertakings. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Intellectuals want to perceive how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also talks about the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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