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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics pertaining to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in distance learning are enabling people all around the world to take part in classes online. These massive open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning technology organizations are dealing with today because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Germany to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding need to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Trainers want to comprehend how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this developing desire for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational subjects. This authoritative new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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