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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that considers topics relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent developments in distance learning are making it possible for people all over the world to take courses online. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can participants make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these fascinating new open education ventures. Public servants want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this expanding need for data the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also explores the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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