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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in elearning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology organizations are considering in 2015 because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can learners make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants need to better perceive these intriguing new open education endeavours. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Public servants want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this developing desire for details the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education topics. This thrilling new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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