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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in electronic educational technology are making it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. These massive online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning institutions are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so rapidly. How can educators assure that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like United States to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the issues of low motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a demand to grasp how MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these interesting new open education ventures. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Professors want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing need for facts MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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