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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in elearning technology are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning organizations are considering now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the quality of these massive open online courses is decent? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Corporations want to grasp how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this increasing desire for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This definitive new book also articulates the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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