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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new evolvements in distance learning technology have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. These online MOOC courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to deal with now that online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can we guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants need to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Researchers want to understand how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To handle this crescive demand for details the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also examines the controversies associated with MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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