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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes subjects related to open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest changes in online education technology have enabled learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning organizations are having to consider now that distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Liechtenstein to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on low student motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a demand to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other participants desire to better perceive these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Scientists want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing need for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This stimulating new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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