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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses. New evolvements in e-learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. Massive open online courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with now that distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers ensure that the training provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Germany to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can we handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing necessity to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders would like to better perceive these fascinating new open educational undertakings. Professors want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this developing demand for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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