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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in online learning technology enable students in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These online MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Germany to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can participants handle issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders would like to understand these open education undertakings. Corporations want to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To handle this expanding desire for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This definitive new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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