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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in online learning technology have enabled learners all around the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are almost always free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning institutions have to consider in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers assure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by organizations like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and lots of other stakeholders want to better understand the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Trainers want to comprehend how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this growing demand for knowledge the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This thrilling new book also researches the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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