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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in distance learning technology are enabling learners in nations all around the world to take online courses. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are numerous issues that elearning technology institutions are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Germany to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more available there is a desire to understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders need to better perceive these fascinating new open education ventures. Academics want to gain an understanding of how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding desire for details the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education resource subjects. This intriguing new book also articulates the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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