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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology institutions must deal with now that distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Johnston Atoll to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these new open education ventures. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Everyone wants to know how these MOOCs can be improved. To satisfy this growing need for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This definitive new book also discusses the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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