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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in learning technology make it possible for learners in every nation on earth to participate in courses online. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions must deal with now that online education technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other participants desire to better comprehend the outcomes of these open education initiatives. Everybody wants to understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this crescive need for knowledge the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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