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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that addresses issues having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in elearning technology make it possible for people all around the world to take online classes. These MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology organizations are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Germany to conduct these massively open online courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle issues like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants would like to better understand these interesting new open education undertakings. Students want to perceive how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desire for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also examines the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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