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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in online education have made it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in online courses. These MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology organizations have to deal with now that blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we assure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like One Month to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Researchers want to perceive how MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this growing demand for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This definitive new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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