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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which reviews topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because blended learning technology is improving so quickly. How can participants make sure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is respectable? How can institutions ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Germany to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of low motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. Students want to know how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this growing need for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This thrilling new book also investigates the controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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