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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in electronic educational technology have provided the means for people all around the world to take part in courses online. These online MOOCs are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with now that e-learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers be assured that the education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can learners ensure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants manage problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders want to better perceive these promising new open educational undertakings. Instructors want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this crescive need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education topics. This interesting new book also articulates the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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