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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in electronic educational technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. These MOOCs are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that learning technology institutions are having to struggle with today because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business strategies are being used by institutions like French Southern and Antarctic Lands to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants would like to better understand these new open education initiatives. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Researchers want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this developing need for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This amazing new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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