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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in online learning have made it possible for students all over the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning organizations are having to attend to in 2015 because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can organizations make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is acceptable? How can participants be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders want to better perceive these compelling new open education undertakings. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Scientists want to better understand how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive need for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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