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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies issues pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest changes in online education make it possible for learners all around the world to participate in courses online. These MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because online education technology is improving so fast. How can organizations guarantee that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Italy to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can we manage problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Trainers want to comprehend how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this growing desire for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This authoritative new book also talks about the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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