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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses issues pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest advancements in elearning technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These massively open online courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with now that blended learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Rwaq to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic educational technology becomes more widespread there is a developing desire to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these intriguing new open education undertakings. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Everyone wants to grasp how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource subjects. This intriguing new book also deals with the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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