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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern changes in blended learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to take courses online. These online MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can stakeholders make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Germany to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Scholars and many other participants need to better comprehend these significant new open educational ventures. Public servants want to grasp how massive open online courses can be improved. To handle this growing demand for knowledge the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This stimulating new book also deals with the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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