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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. Modern evolvements in electronic educational technology have empowered students in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. These massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning institutions are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Cook Islands to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants need to better perceive the outcomes of these exciting new open education endeavours. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Scholars want to understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this demand for facts the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This dramatic new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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