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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates subjects relating to open education resources and massive open online courses. The latest developments in digital education technology are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is tolerable? How can institutions make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle problems like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing necessity to grasp how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these interesting new open education initiatives. Researchers want to better understand how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this increasing demand for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also studies the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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