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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New developments in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These massive open courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning organizations are having to deal with now that distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants assure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can stakeholders assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Germany to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a growing demand to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders need to better comprehend the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Scientists want to comprehend how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This exciting new book also examines the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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