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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in blended learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all aver the world to take online classes. MOOCs are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that distance learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators assure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like UC San Diego to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions deal with low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders want to better comprehend these open educational initiatives. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Intellectuals want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desideratum for data the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This interesting new book also articulates the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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