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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects regarding open education resources and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that learning technology institutions are dealing with now that distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can institutions be assured that the quality of these massive open online courses is all right? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like India to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can we manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants would like to understand these important new open educational undertakings. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Teachers want to understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This dramatic new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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