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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes issues related to open education resources and massively open online courses. Modern advancements in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for students all over the world to take part in online courses. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning technology organizations have to struggle with now that learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations guarantee that the education provided by these massive open online courses is tolerable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Pridnestrovie (Transnistria) to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Professors want to grasp how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this developing demand for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This gripping new book also considers the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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