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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in elearning technology are providing the means for students all around the world to participate in classes online. MOOC classes are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology institutions are considering more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? How can we guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Solomon Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a desire to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants need to understand these compelling new open educational ventures. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Everybody wants to know how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this growing need for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also studies the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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