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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in e-learning are empowering learners in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning technology institutions are struggling with now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers guarantee that the schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can learners assure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Germany to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing demand to understand how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Everybody wants to know how these massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this developing desire for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource subjects. This dramatic new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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