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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in learning technology have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to participate in courses online. These MOOC classes are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that learning technology organizations are having to struggle with today because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders guarantee that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Germany to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage issues like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a need to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders want to gain a better understanding of these interesting new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing demand for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource issues. This thrilling new book also discusses the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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