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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent developments in online education technology are enabling learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in classes online. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that elearning organizations are having to consider now that e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can we assure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is all right? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Germany to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more prolific there is a demand to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and numerous other stakeholders want to better perceive these fascinating new open educational ventures. Professors want to know how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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