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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which analyzes topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new advancements in blended learning technology have enabled humans in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that e-learning institutions are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is decent? How can learners ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Guatemala to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Teachers want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This dramatic new book also studies the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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