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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These MOOCs are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is good? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Completion rates for online MOOCs are far less than the completion rates for traditional courses. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing desideratum for information the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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