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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in elearning technology are empowering humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. Massive open online courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education organizations have to consider more than ever because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we deal with the issues of poor motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing necessity to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders would like to better perceive these compelling new open education experiments. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this growing need for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This gripping new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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