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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest improvements in distance learning technology enable people in all parts of the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOCs are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the quality control for these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can educators deal with low motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning becomes more available there is a increasing desideratum to comprehend how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these new open educational initiatives. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this expanding demand for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education subjects. This exciting new book also examines the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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