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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in blended learning technology are providing the means for people all over the world to take courses online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These online MOOCs are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning organizations are having to consider more than ever because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOCs is good? How can students make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage problems like poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more prolific there is a desire to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other participants desire to better grasp these exciting new open education endeavours. Students want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this need for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This scholarly new book also explores the controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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