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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores issues relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in e-learning technology are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to participate in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Liechtenstein to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning becomes more abundant there is a need to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants desire to understand these fascinating new open educational ventures. Researchers want to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive need for details the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This book also explores the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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