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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in blended learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take courses online. Massively open online courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that distance learning organizations are dealing with today because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can participants make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing demand to understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open education initiatives. Everybody wants to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this desire for knowledge the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource topics. This intriguing new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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