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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in distance learning are providing the means for humans in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology institutions have to struggle with now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can organizations guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Germany to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders would like to better comprehend these new open education undertakings. Scientists want to know how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding demand for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education topics. This stimulating new book also reviews the controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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