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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in blended learning technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOC courses are free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning organizations must deal with now that e-learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can learners be assured that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of low motivation and high attrition?

As learning technology becomes more procurable there is a growing need to grasp how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other stakeholders desire to understand these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this increasing need for knowledge the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education resource subjects. This book also considers the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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