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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which deals with topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new evolvements in online learning technology have provided the means for people all over the world to take part in online classes. These massive online courses are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can participants assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Germany to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on low student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning becomes more prolific there is a demand to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these intriguing new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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