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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern gains in blended learning enable learners all over the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning organizations are dealing with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can we guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Yemen to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a need to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to better comprehend these open educational initiatives. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. People want to know how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this demand for information the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education issues. This interesting new book also examines the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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