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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent developments in elearning technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. This MOOC book describes methods for making lectures more interesting and getting students more engaged in learning. These online MOOC courses are normally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can teachers ensure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can organizations guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Germany to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these open educational initiatives. Students want to perceive how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this crescive desire for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This interesting new book also addresses the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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