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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines issues regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in learning technology are empowering humans in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education organizations have to consider today because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle issues like low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing desideratum to be aware of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these interesting new open educational endeavours. People want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this demand for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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