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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that deals with issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New developments in e-learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning organizations have to struggle with now that online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we guarantee that the quality control for these MOOCs is good? How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Germany to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like low motivation and high attrition?

As technology-enhanced learning becomes more abundant there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these promising new open educational endeavours. Teachers want to understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To handle this increasing need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This sensational new book also examines the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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