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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in online learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are mostly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online education institutions are dealing with in 2015 because elearning technology is developing so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage issues like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desire to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand these open educational initiatives. Educators want to grasp how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this growing need for information the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This stimulating new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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