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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that talks about issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in blended learning make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take online courses. These massive open courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are dozens of new technologies emerging each year that can be used for teaching and learning. There are many subjects that online learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like University of Florida to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more prolific there is a expanding desire to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Students want to understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also describes the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education