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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores issues having to do with open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in online learning are making it possible for learners all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As learning technology becomes more procurable there is a developing desire to understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to better understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this growing desideratum for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational topics. This book also analyzes the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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