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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in electronic educational technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take online courses. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive open courses are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning institutions are having to consider in 2015 because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Germany to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of low student motivation and high attrition?

As elearning becomes more available there is a developing demand to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these promising new open education endeavours. Students want to perceive how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this growing desire for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource issues. This exciting new book also explores the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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