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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in distance learning make it possible for people in all parts of the world to take classes online. Massively open online courses are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that learning technology organizations have to struggle with today because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can we make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is good? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can we make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business 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 institutions manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Everybody wants to understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this desideratum for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This authoritative new book also describes the major controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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