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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Recent developments in blended learning technology have enabled humans in nations all around the world to take online courses. MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that distance learning organizations are having to struggle with today because online education technology is advancing so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can learners guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Georgia Institute of Technology to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these fascinating new open education undertakings. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Scholars want to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this developing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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