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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues pertaining to open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent changes in digital education technology make it possible for students in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. These online MOOC courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online education institutions are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is satisfactory? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can participants ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like openHPI to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators deal with the problems of poor motivation and high attrition?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these significant new open education undertakings. Scientists want to perceive how these massively open online courses can be improved. To satisfy this increasing demand for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This inspiring new book also explores the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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