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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest gains in e-learning technology are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning technology organizations are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Germany to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can teachers get a handle on inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital educational technology becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain a better understanding of these important new open education experiments. Teachers want to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To respond to this expanding desire for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This intriguing new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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