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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that articulates topics related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new developments in distance learning technology have made it possible for people all over the world to take part in classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is all right? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can institutions be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing necessity to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other participants desire to gain a better understanding of these new open education initiatives. People want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this expanding demand for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This exciting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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