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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in elearning technology enable humans in all parts of the world to be participants in courses online. MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that online education institutions are having to struggle with now that learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators certify that the training provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by institutions like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants handle problems like poor motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Instructors and lots of other stakeholders would like to better comprehend the outcomes of these open educational endeavours. Lecturers want to comprehend how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this developing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This intriguing new book also explores the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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