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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews issues related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in e-learning are enabling people in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. These massive online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that e-learning institutions have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions assure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Germany to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants want to better understand these exciting new open educational endeavours. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational issues. This definitive new book also discusses the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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