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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent changes in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in nations all around the world to take courses online. These online MOOC courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are numerous topics that elearning technology institutions are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders make sure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Germany to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive these compelling new open education experiments. Everyone wants to understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this expanding desire for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This book also addresses the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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