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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern advancements in distance learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we guarantee that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Curtis Institute of Music to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a need to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these promising new open education initiatives. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Teachers want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this crescive need for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also investigates the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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