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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that examines topics relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses. Recent developments in blended learning are providing the means for people in nations all aver the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online learning organizations have to struggle with now that learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants assure that the education provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Ecuador to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Academics want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding demand for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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