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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses. New improvements in distance learning make it possible for humans all around the world to take part in classes online. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. These massive open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because blended learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOCs are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders want to better grasp the outcomes of these interesting new open educational ventures. Intellectuals want to perceive how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this expanding demand for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This intriguing new book also deals with the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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