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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in learning technology have enabled students in all parts of the world to take courses online. MOOC classes are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning organizations are struggling with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is passable? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high student attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. The open educational resources movement was the inspiration for the first MOOCs. Educators and many other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these important new open education undertakings. Universities want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this developing demand for details the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also discusses the controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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