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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in distance learning technology are providing the means for people in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. MOOC classes are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations have to struggle with today because learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is acceptable? This book conveys life-changing stories that might inspire others to try experiencing MOOCs and open education. How can stakeholders be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these massive open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage issues like low student motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a increasing desire to better understand how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders desire to better understand these compelling new open educational undertakings. Scientists want to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this crescive demand for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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