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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in blended learning technology have enabled students all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering today because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can educators assure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Norway to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators handle low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these significant new open educational 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 improved. To handle this increasing desideratum for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This intriguing new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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