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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern developments in distance learning are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC classes are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. Keeping thousands of students motivated and involved in a course is difficult for an instructor. There are several subjects that learning technology institutions are struggling with now that e-learning technology is developing so fast. How can participants assure that the quality of these massively open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Johns Hopkins University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like poor motivation and high student attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and lots of other stakeholders want to better comprehend these compelling new open education ventures. Students want to gain more knowledge about how massive open online courses can be made better. To handle this demand for facts the amazing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This inspiring new book also describes the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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