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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which explores topics regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in online learning are providing the means for students in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning institutions are having to deal with now that distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can participants certify that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can participants assure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Germany to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle problems like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a increasing demand to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants desire to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Professors want to better understand how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this developing need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This stimulating new book also articulates the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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