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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that talks about subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in online learning are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These massive online courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning institutions are struggling with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders guarantee that the training provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like El Salvador to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations get a handle on poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to better understand these interesting new open educational undertakings. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Professors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this increasing demand for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This amazing new book also addresses the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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