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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in elearning technology make it possible for students in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. These massive open courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning institutions are dealing with now that e-learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Germany to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants get a handle on poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a increasing desire to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Educators want to grasp how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this developing need for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also articulates the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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