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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in elearning technology are enabling humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that blended learning organizations are having to consider now that e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality control for these MOOC classes is passable? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Poland to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desire to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these significant new open educational undertakings. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. People want to perceive how MOOCs can be made better. In response to this expanding desideratum for data the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This definitive new book also talks about the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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