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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Brand new improvements in electronic education technology make it possible for students in every nation on earth to take part in classes online. Massive open online courses are ordinarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning institutions have to deal with more than ever because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is respectable? How can students be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Dominica to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding need to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants desire to better perceive these open educational ventures. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Researchers want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource issues. This gripping new book also explores the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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