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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which studies subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in distance learning have made it possible for humans in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOC courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education institutions have to struggle with today because learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations certify that the schooling provided by these massive open online courses is passable? How can learners ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants would like to understand these exciting new open educational undertakings. Teachers want to understand how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this crescive demand for data the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also considers the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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