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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics relevant to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new advances in e-learning technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to be participants in online classes. These massive open online courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can educators make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Papua New Guinea to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a necessity to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to perceive how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this developing desideratum for facts the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also explores the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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