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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which studies subjects pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in online learning have made it possible for students in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOC classes are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. This MOOCs book also documents active learning solutions that can help motivate students to engage in more productive learning experiences. There are several issues that learning technology organizations must deal with now that distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can organizations be assured that the quality control for these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can stakeholders be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What different business models are being used by organizations like Germany to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these new open education endeavours. Trainers want to understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also researches the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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