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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in distance learning technology are enabling people all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning organizations have to struggle with now that online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Rice University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants desire to understand these open education ventures. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Professors want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desideratum for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also researches the major 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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