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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which articulates issues regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in online learning are enabling students in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that e-learning institutions must deal with now that online learning technology is developing so fast. How can we assure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is all right? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Tajikistan to conduct these massively open online courses? How can we deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a increasing need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This inspiring new book also researches the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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