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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which describes topics pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in distance learning technology have made it possible for humans all over the world to participate in online classes. These massive open online courses are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning organizations have to consider in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can stakeholders ensure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Germany to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage low motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more available there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open education ventures. Instructors want to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource subjects. This sensational new book also researches the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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