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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New improvements in elearning technology have enabled people in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that learning technology institutions must deal with in 2015 because learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions ensure that the education provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Seattle Central Community College to conduct these MOOC classes? How can teachers get a handle on poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing demand to perceive how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this growing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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