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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses subjects relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in distance learning are empowering students in nations all aver the world to take courses online. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning organizations are struggling with now that online education technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can institutions guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Tonga to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on low motivation and high learner attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Professors want to understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this need for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This exciting new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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