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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that reviews subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that learning technology institutions have to deal with more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants be assured that the quality control for these MOOC courses is passable? How can institutions make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Laos to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a necessity to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants want to better understand these exciting new open educational undertakings. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. People want to understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding need for knowledge the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This exciting new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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