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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that researches subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern changes in e-learning technology are enabling humans all over the world to participate in classes via the Internet. MOOC courses are free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are many subjects that e-learning technology organizations are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Germany to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle issues like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more available there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational endeavours. Scholars want to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this developing demand for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This sensational new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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