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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in distance learning are enabling learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that blended learning institutions must deal with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can we guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants need to better grasp these intriguing new open education undertakings. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Teachers want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing need for facts the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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