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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in online learning technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to take classes online. These massive online courses are ordinarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning institutions have to deal with today because learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Liberia to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more procurable there is a need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education endeavours. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Universities want to grasp how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this increasing desideratum for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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