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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in distance learning technology enable students in nations all aver the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning organizations have to consider now that elearning technology is developing so swiftly. How can we certify that the training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators deal with the problems of inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and lots of other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Scholars want to perceive how these MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This dramatic new book also reviews the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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