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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in blended learning technology are empowering humans in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. Massive open online courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education institutions must deal with today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is decent? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Rwaq to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open education endeavours. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Academics want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this need for facts the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This interesting new book also describes the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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