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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in technology-enhanced learning are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take classes online. These MOOCs are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that online learning institutions have to consider more than ever because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can educators certify that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can institutions certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Germany to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators get a handle on poor motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a demand to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants need to better grasp the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Instructors want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To satisfy this increasing need for data the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational issues. This amazing new book also considers the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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