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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores topics relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in online learning have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning technology organizations are considering today because technology-enhanced learning is improving so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is decent? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Germany to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more procurable there is a need to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders desire to better grasp these significant new open education experiments. Researchers want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desideratum for facts the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This gripping new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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