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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in e-learning are empowering people in nations all around the world to take courses online. MOOC courses are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning institutions have to consider in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is adequate? How can we assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like One Month to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle low motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Trainers want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing demand for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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