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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New evolvements in e-learning are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Guyana to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a demand to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open education undertakings. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Trainers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this developing desire for facts the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This sensational new book also discusses the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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