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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which researches subjects pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest advances in blended learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massive online courses are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology institutions are considering now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants assure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can students be assured that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Germany to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and lots of other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Scholars want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also articulates the controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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