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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in online learning technology make it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Germany to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage issues like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing need to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other participants desire to better understand these important new open education undertakings. Educators want to perceive how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this expanding desideratum for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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