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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that studies topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. New evolvements in online learning technology have enabled learners in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These massive online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that learning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can we ensure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Isle of Man to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing necessity to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and lots of other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open education ventures. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Instructors want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This thrilling new book also reviews the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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