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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that addresses topics related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in e-learning have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is improving so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can students guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like The John Marshall Law School to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions handle poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As blended learning becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders desire to better comprehend these significant new open educational endeavours. Trainers want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this expanding demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational issues. This sensational new book also researches the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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