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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that researches issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. These MOOC courses are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are numerous subjects that elearning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations assure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can organizations assure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can we handle low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing demand to be aware of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants want to better understand these fascinating new open education initiatives. Everyone wants to comprehend how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding need for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also articulates the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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