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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in elearning technology make it possible for people all around the world to take courses via the Internet. Massive open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions have to consider today because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of training provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can we certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Russia to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle low motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning becomes more widespread there is a increasing demand to perceive how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders want to understand these significant new open educational initiatives. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Academics want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also examines 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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