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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in e-learning technology make it possible for people in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Kingman Reef to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a increasing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants would like to better understand these promising new open education initiatives. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this expanding need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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