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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores subjects relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in online education technology make it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning organizations are struggling with in 2015 because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is all right? How can students guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Philippines to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with the problems of low student motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open education initiatives. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Educators want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. In response to this crescive need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This gripping new book also analyzes the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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