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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in blended learning make it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to take classes online. MOOCs are typically free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning institutions have to struggle with now that online education technology is improving so swiftly. How can educators make sure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders handle problems like low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more procurable there is a developing necessity to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these open education endeavours. Lecturers want to grasp how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this growing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This dramatic new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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