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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take courses online. These online MOOCs are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning organizations are having to consider today because learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open educational ventures. Universities want to understand how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this increasing desire for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This authoritative new book also addresses the most important 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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