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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that addresses topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in distance learning make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take online courses. These MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning technology organizations have to deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions assure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Rice University to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with poor motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants would like to better understand the outcomes of these open education undertakings. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Trainers want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To handle this expanding desire for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also addresses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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