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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews issues relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in blended learning are empowering people all over the world to be participants in online classes. These massive open online courses are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education organizations are having to consider now that distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can institutions ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is all right? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Germany to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with low student motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants want to better grasp these interesting new open education experiments. Lecturers want to perceive how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this expanding desire for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also considers the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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