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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in electronic educational technology have enabled students in all parts of the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These online MOOCs are generally free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education institutions are having to consider today because learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can learners certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a developing necessity to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders need to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open education undertakings. Teachers want to know how these MOOCs can be made better. To meet this growing demand for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also describes the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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