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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes issues pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advances in e-learning are providing the means for students all around the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology organizations have to consider more than ever because e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions ensure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Germany to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these important new open education ventures. Academics want to perceive how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this expanding desire for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This exciting new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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