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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in elearning make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning technology organizations have to consider today because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Peter I Island to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders need to better perceive these new open education undertakings. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Intellectuals want to grasp how MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this growing need for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This authoritative new book also deals with the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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