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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in online education technology make it possible for humans 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. MOOC classes are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are many topics that e-learning institutions have to consider more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is adequate? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Germany to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desideratum to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Trainers want to grasp how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this desideratum for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education issues. This new book also researches the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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