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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern evolvements in learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. Massively open online courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with today because learning technology is developing so fast. How can institutions assure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can students assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these intriguing new open education undertakings. Intellectuals want to comprehend how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this crescive desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also describes the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Educational Resources