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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in distance learning are empowering people all around the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are struggling with now that elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Tajikistan to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to comprehend how these MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants would like to be more aware of these important new open education endeavours. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Scholars want to know how MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this developing desideratum for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This book also studies the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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