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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for learners all over the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology institutions are struggling with now that blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Georgia to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding necessity to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. People want to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this desire for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This book also deals with the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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