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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that investigates subjects regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in online education technology are empowering humans all around the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online learning technology institutions are having to struggle with today because e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can we certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a need to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and many other participants desire to better perceive these new open education undertakings. People want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this developing need for data MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education topics. This gripping new book also articulates the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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