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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning organizations are having to consider now that distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can educators guarantee that the training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can learners guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like French Southern and Antarctic Lands to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education becomes more available there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand these open educational initiatives. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Professors want to know how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also reviews the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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