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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern developments in online education have enabled humans in all parts of the world to take classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions are considering now that technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can we make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Germany to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage issues like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing need to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other stakeholders desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive desideratum for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also explores the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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