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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in blended learning technology are enabling humans in every nation on earth to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is developing so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality control for these MOOC courses is adequate? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more prolific there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants desire to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. People want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding demand for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also discusses the key 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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