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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in elearning technology are providing the means for people all over the world to participate in courses online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. MOOC classes are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that distance learning institutions have to deal with in 2015 because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Germany to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like low student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders want to understand these fascinating new open education ventures. Students want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this growing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This amazing new book also explores the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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