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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses issues regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses. Recent advances in blended learning enable students in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These MOOCs are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology institutions are having to consider today because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can students guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Cornell University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more widespread there is a need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these important new open educational endeavours. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Scholars want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this expanding desire for information the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also explores the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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