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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern improvements in blended learning technology are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to take online courses. MOOC classes are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that learning technology institutions are considering now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can institutions certify that the training provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage issues like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a necessity to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open education ventures. Educators want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this desire for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education topics. This book also studies the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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