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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern gains in distance learning technology have empowered students in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These online MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that blended learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Germany to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage low 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 digital learning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other participants would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Students want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this increasing desire for data the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also describes the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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