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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies issues pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in electronic education technology enable learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These massive online courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Germany to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other participants would like to understand these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to understand how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this growing desire for details the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This inspiring new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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