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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which analyzes subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent developments in elearning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take online classes. Massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology institutions have to deal with now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can participants guarantee that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can we handle issues like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants need to understand these new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to better understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this expanding need for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This new book also explores the controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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