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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in online learning technology are making it possible for learners all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are mostly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning organizations are struggling with now that online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open education undertakings. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Universities want to better understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this increasing desideratum for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This authoritative new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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